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Giraffes Can Go Weeks Without Drinking Water
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Giraffes Can Go Weeks Without Drinking Water

Giraffes obtain most of their necessary hydration from the moisture in the leaves and plants they eat. This adaptation allows them to survive in environments where water sources are scarce and unreliable, a key to their survival in arid regions.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giraffe#Diet_and_feeding

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March 29, 2026
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